Leaders, Refugees and Displaced Youth (Prospecting Requisition) – Mastercard Foundation

ABOUT MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. Through its Young Africa Works strategy and Canadian EleV program, the Foundation works with partners to ensure that millions of young people, especially young women, access quality education, financial services and dignified work. Mastercard Foundation was established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company. The Foundation is independent with its own Board of Directors and CEO.

THE WORK AT THE FOUNDATION

We have entered a very exciting time at the Foundation as we scale up our operations across Africa to realize our Young Africa Works strategy. Our role at the Mastercard Foundation is to be a catalyst. Our Young Africa Works strategy focuses on working with others to spur systemic change so young people have the opportunity to find work that is dignified and fulfilling.

The Foundation has opened offices in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, Senegal, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Uganda, building a broader leadership presence in Africa to develop specific strategies that support youth employment.  Within a country, we work with governments, the private sector, educators, young people, and other funders to improve the quality of education and vocational training, prepare young people for the work force, expand access to financial services for entrepreneurs and small businesses, and connect job seekers to dignified and fulfilling work.

We are ambitious and driven. Our values transcend and rise above everything else as our guide. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and expertise to your work. We laugh at ourselves and with each other. We are a team. Our journey together makes our impact even more meaningful.

UNDERSTANDING CANADA PROGRAMS AT THE FOUNDATION

The Foundation has begun working within Canada in partnership with Indigenous communities and post-secondary institutions to listen, learn, and best understand how we can act in meaningful ways. The EleV strategy was co-created with Indigenous communities, young people, and partners to enable 30,000 Indigenous youth to complete their education and transition to dignified work aligned with their values and aspirations.

As reflected in Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, education is a key driver of improved socio-economic well-being. Through building partnerships with Indigenous communities, we look to expand our initiative ultimately helping to support a generation of transformative Indigenous young leaders who will be change agents within their communities. We believe that by setting a bold target, we will encourage engagement across sectors and create momentum that will elevate the strengths and opportunities of Indigenous youth. In keeping with our approach, Indigenous communities and young people will be the drivers of this transformation. The program will promote innovations to address longer-term systemic change to achieve economic prosperity and social well-being within Indigenous communities.

The EleV team oversees current and emerging partnerships related to Indigenous education. Consistent with our overall vision and Youth Africa Works strategy, we will share learnings and opportunities to connect across the work of the Foundation. While operating in distinct contexts, the centrality of youth voice and vision, affirmation of culture and identity, and priority to enhance community capacity for self-determination are common threads upon which our work is strengthened and reinforced.

PROSPECTING REQUISITION

A prospecting requisition is an advertisement for a position that the Mastercard Foundation may hire for during the course of a full year. It enables the Foundation to build a database of qualified, interested individuals for a specific job so when an available position becomes available, the hiring process is more efficient and effective.  By applying to a ‘Prospecting Requisition’, you are expressing your interest for a particular role that may eventually open up at the Mastercard Foundation. We will provide feedback to candidates on their suitability for the role as we would do for any other position within the organization.

In addition to submitting your resume to a Prospecting Requisition, please continue to visit our site for any other open roles and apply where you feel your experience and skill set best matches the qualifications required for the position.

THE OPPORTUNITY IN DETAIL

We are looking for seasoned professionals in the area of ‘Refugees and Displaced Persons’. This individual will have leadership management experience and the expertise in developing and implementing strategic programs across Africa.

The successful candidate will be based in any of our listed offices in East Africa- Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya   

 WHO YOU ARE

• Excellent understanding of the Global Compact for Refugees and the geopolitical and socio-economic context(s) related to refugees, internally displaced populations, and host communities in Africa (with an early focus on Eastern Africa and regional scope).
• Extensive networks and strong relationships with diverse actors advancing policy reform and experience in working with refugees and displaced populations, including Governments, UNHCR, private sector actors, universities, multilateral organizations, implementing partners, and refugee-led organizations.
• Senior leadership experience, with strong strategic acumen and professional maturity. Strong influencing skills with the ability to navigate complexity and inspire or compel others to action.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence and cross-cultural competency. Able to motivate, connect, and collaborate with colleagues in a matrixed structure.
• Passionate about youth education and employment in Africa and committed to engaging and empowering young people, particularly young women.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to support the development of a new function in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to the values of listening, humility, kindness and respect, co-creation, and impact.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Results-oriented individual and motivated by a sense of performance excellence and urgency.
• Possesses a global, inclusive, and ‘self-starter’ mindset with a demonstrated ability and sensitivity of working with diverse cultures.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Reader.
• Preferably located in Africa.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
• Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

Deadline for Applications is February 20, 2022.

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